$315,000
$10K PRICE DROP

The James House 1560 N Sandburg Terrace Unit 1508J Chicago, IL 60610

Old Town Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,906/month

Total Views 2,039
1 Bed
1 Bath
800 Sq Ft
$394 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Lincoln Park High School Rated A
  • Water Views
  • In Ground Pool

About This Home

A great opportunity to own an east facing true one bedroom unit at the James House with a private balcony. This unit has lake and city skyline views. The balcony is 17' and spans the width of the living/dining space. Updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Other updates include: new LVP flooring throughout, a fresh coat of paint, and new doors. Storage galore with a walk-in closet off the foyer, 3 additional closets and a separate storage cage that comes with the unit. Building amenities include a 24/7 door person, a receiving room that delivers packages to your unit, rooftop deck, penthouse party rooms, attached heated garage parking, exercise room and bike room. Just steps from North Avenue Beach, Wells Street dining, Lincoln Park Zoo, Michigan Avenue, and convenient transportation, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and lifestyle in one of Chicago's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

Matt Laricy

Americorp, Ltd License #471003711 Listed on: 09/05/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,804

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Dog Run

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 15th floor
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 800 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Rooftop Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 520 Units
  • Janine Hodes Association, Phone Number (312) 654-1560
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • James House Subdivision
  • Property managed by Community Specialists
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 43-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Party Room
  • Coin Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,804

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$911 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 15
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: James House
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 43

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 800
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 43
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Other

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Glass, Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Roof Deck, Dog Run
  • List Price: 315000
  • OtherStructures: Tennis Court(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Heated Garage, On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 841
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Master Association Fee: Yes
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management Company: Community Specialists
  • Management Contact Name: Janine Hodes
  • Management Phone: 312-654-1560x2
  • Master Association Fee: 70

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Lease Amount: 190
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 40

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3804.44
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 520

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,804 $28,486 $4,624 $23,862
2023 $3,670 $24,000 $3,723 $20,277
2022 $3,670 $24,000 $3,723 $20,277
2021 $3,621 $23,999 $3,722 $20,277
2020 $3,963 $23,372 $2,606 $20,766
2019 $3,856 $25,363 $2,606 $22,757
2018 $3,789 $25,363 $2,606 $22,757
2017 $3,269 $21,259 $2,085 $19,174
2016 $3,401 $21,260 $2,085 $19,175
2015 $3,072 $21,260 $2,085 $19,175
2014 $2,707 $18,993 $938 $18,055
2013 $2,700 $19,273 $938 $18,335
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Price Changed $315,000 -3.1% $394 / Sq Ft
09/05/2025 09/05/25 For Sale $324,997 +41.3% $406 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Sold $230,000 -4.2% $288 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $240,000 -- $300 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $230,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12464813

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-04-207-087-1292